St. Rose Of Lima Elementary School (Top-Ranked �� School for 2026)

4704 Merrick Rd
Massapequa, NY 11758

As a Catholic School, St. Rose of Lima recognizes education as a life-long process.

We are committed to developing the spiritual, intellectual, moral, social, physical and emotional dimensions of every child.

Acknowledging that each student is a child of God, we strive to challenge them to embrace God's message and to achieve academic excellence.

Administration, faculty, and staff together with parents and guardians, serve as role models to bring students to their full potential.

We are dedicated to creating a Christ-centered environment for the children whose families seek a quality Catholic education.

This mission will manifest itself as our students make positive contributions to our world.

Quick Facts (2026)

St. Rose Of Lima Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Religious Affiliation

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

School Calendar

Total Students

379 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

22%

State avg.: 40%

Students by Grade

Total Classroom Teachers

26 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.:

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Admissions Director

Kathleen Gallina

Application URL

As a Catholic School, St. Rose of Lima recognizes education as a life-long process. We are committed to developing the spiritual, intellectual, moral, social, physical and emotional dimensions of every child. Acknowledging that each student is a child of God, we strive to challenge them to embrace God's message and to achieve academic excellence. Administration, faculty, and staff together with parents and guardians, serve as role models to bring students to their full potential. We are dedicated to creating a Christ-centered environment for the children whose families seek a quality Catholic education. This mission will manifest itself as our students make positive contributions to our world.

Source: Verified school update